1985 Ford Laser vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 498 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Laser | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |